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Geared up to fight biosecurity threats
KiwiNet is a leading network of approximately 100 biosecurity advocates from more than 30 organisations, dedicated to supporting the New Zealand kiwifruit industry.
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Protecting the herd and New Zealand’s dairy reputation
When Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) was confirmed in New Zealand in July 2017, Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) rapidly instigated a massive, company-wide biosecurity response.
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KiwiNet: an industry network ready to respond
A network set up to ensure there is plenty of skilled capability ready to respond to the next big biosecurity incursion continues to cement its place within the kiwifruit industry.
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Protecting the predator-free islands of the Hauraki Gulf
Auckland ferry operator Fullers360 works with DOC to carry out strict biosecurity standards for crew and customers.
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Opinion: Biosecurity – we need it and it needs to be funded adequately
Comment: Federated Farmers is urging members for feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of the Biosecurity Act, writes Biosecurity Policy Advisor Philippa Rawlinson.
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Portable footwear cleaning system wins biosecurity award
The Jacson Cube®, a standalone system for effectively cleaning and disinfecting footwear was awarded the New Zealand Biosecurity Mondiale Innovation Award.
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A community driving biosecurity in Tauranga Moana
A new coalition in the Tauranga Moana region is leading the country in a coordinated community approach to biosecurity.
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Community support to make on-farm biosecurity happen
Mycoplasma bovis in the Waimate District made the need for on-farm biosecurity real for many farmers for the first time.
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How boards respond to a biosecurity crisis
How Boards can prepare for and react to biosecurity crises was discussed at a recent Bay of Plenty Institute of Directors panel event.